He stressed the relevance of Buddha’s message in today’s world, citing the teaching: “Hatred does not cease by hatred, but only by love; this is the eternal law.” Pandit added: “True peace is not just the absence of violence, but the presence of understanding, self-improvement, and action rooted in mindfulness and compassion.” “A lot of the media refers to ‘Israeli hostages and a few foreigners,’ but the reality is that countries like Nepal, the Philippines, Thailand, and Tanzania have been working tirelessly to rescue their citizens or return their bodies home,” he said. As the ceremony concluded, the message from the Nepalese mission was clear: in a world scarred by violence and fear, the teachings of Buddha—non-violence, compassion, and unity—are more urgent than ever.
Author: BY JOANIE MARGULIES
Published at: 2025-05-13 22:26:03
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